Second row: Ryan Thorson, Wade Shafer, Scott Trennopohl, Mark Smith, Troy Marple, Matt Aggen, Greg Walthall, Greg Burden, and Quin LaFollette. Not pictured is Joe Hensgens and Loren Trauernicht.
Executive Committee
Board of Trustees
vgg03@aol.com
P.O. Box 92
Linn, TX 78563
956.607.5515
sttrennepohl@yahoo.com
6591 W 625 N
Middletown, IN 47356
765.620.1700
Quin@Blacksummitcattle.com
1476 HWY 14A
Powell, WY 82435
307.899.3553
ryanthorson7@gmail.com
207 3rd ST
Glendive, MT 59330
406.694.3722
troy.j.marple@gmail.com
9450 Michaels RD
Westmoreland, KS 66549
785.250.0522
wshafer@simmgene.com
406.587.4531
- Our Vision
- Core Policies
- Rules & Bylaws Annual Report, Meeting Minutes
- Meeting Minutes
- Trustee Application Form
Our Vision
Core Policies
ScienceCommitment to science and development of the most effective selection tools. Advance ASA in the industry.
MembershipDevelopment, registration, and promotion of SimGenetics.YouthSupport Junior programs. Guide the junior members and their programs to learn life skills, science and use the technology, and financial responsibilities. Involve the Foundation.CollaborationCommitment to partnerships with industry leaders and universities to advance research and science. Advancing selection tools, DNA-enhanced EPD, and monitoring genetic defects.PromotionPromotion and marketing to enhance our members' market share. Ensure that SimGenetics continues to appeal to the commercial industry. |
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Data GrowthOffer the most advanced genetic evaluation services with the largest genetic evaluation services with the largest database regardless of breed.
Financial StabilityASA will maintain sufficient financial reserves to assure leadership in the beef industry, funds for continued research and development, and a thriving breed association.
ServicesOffer programs relating to all beef production segments. Be leaders. Step outside traditional practices and offer opportunities for our members to grow in the industry.
EducationFor advancement and profit of our members and their customers. |
Meeting Minutes
2025
2024
Jan. 2 | Jan. 3 | Feb. 13 | Feb. 29 | April 1 | April 29 | July 2 | August 25-27 | November 12
2023
Jan. 23-24
Annual Committee Reports
Feb. 21 | Mar. 28 | April 24-27 | July 18 | August 27-29 | November 28
2022
Jan. 4 - 6 | Feb. 21 | April 12-14 | June 21 | August 28
2021
Jan 28-29 | March 15 | April 22-24 | June 21 | August 26- September 2, 2021
2020
Jan 16-18 | February 26 | April 26 | May 15 | June 20 | July 6
Board of Trustees
Eastern Region
P.O. Box 264
Summertown, TN 38483
931.215.0316
iviejc@usit.net
304 Moeller Rd
Picayune, MS 39466
601-310-6695
smith5785@bellsouth.net
648 Polly Bell RD
Starkville, MS 39759
225.717.3324
mbkcattle@gmail.com
6591 W 625 N
Middletown, IN 47356
765.620.1700
sttrennepohl@yahoo.com
North Central Region
1999 18th ST NW
Turtle Lake, ND 58575
701.799.7752
Tim.Clark@hubbardfeeds.com
901 E. Pine Road
Wymore, NE 68466
402.230.0812
mtrauernicht@diodecom.net
27133 146th Street
Harmony, MN 55939
701.866.3544
mattaggen@hotmail.com
9450 Michaels RD
Westmoreland, KS 66549
785.250.0522
troy.j.marple@gmail.com
South Central Region
P.O. Box 92
Linn, TX 78563
956.607.5515
vgg03@aol.com
136 Deer Park LN
Rayne, LA 70578
985‐992‐9119
joehensgens@yahoo.com
890 VZ CR 2205
Canton, TX 75103
405.780.0372
greg.gbcattle@gmail.com
1051 NE 500 Rd
Windsor, MO 65360
660.525.9921
gregwalthall@gmail.com
Western Region
P.O. Box 174
Walsh, CO 8109
719.529.0564
bridlebitsimm@gmail.com
207 3rd Street
Glendive, MT 59330
406.694.3722
ryanthorson7@gmail.com
427 Peaceful Way
Bonners Ferry, ID 83805
208.660.2726
rymocattle@gmail.com
1476 HWY 14A
Powell, WY 82435
307.899.3553
Quin@Blacksummitcattle.com
ASA BoardCommittees
Activities & Events
Staff Liaison Mia Bayer, Director, Youth and Foundation Manager
Committee Chairman: Greg Burden
Chris Ivie
Brandi Karisch
Mark Smith
Tim Clark
Matt Aggen
Greg Walthall
Maureen Mai
Victor Guerra
Breed Improvement
Staff Liaison: Jackie Atkins, Director, Science and Educational Operations
Scott Trennepohl
Loren Trauernicht
Troy Marple
Joseph Hensgens
Chad Cook
Ryan Thorson
Victor Guerra
Growth & Development
Staff Liaison: Kathy Shafer
Committee Chair: Brandi Karisch
Mark Smith
Loren Trauernicht
Joseph Hensgens
Chad Cook
Ryan Thorson
Quin LaFollette
Victor Guerra
Policies & Procedures
Staff Liaisons: Sheldon Ross, ASA Lead Developer and Systems Administrator, Luke Bowman, Director, SimGenetics Development
Committee Chairman: Troy Marple
Chris Ivie
Scott Trennepohl
Tim Clark
Matt Aggen
Greg Burden
Greg Walthall
Maureen Mai
Victor Guerra
Simbrah Committee:
Staff Liaison: Luke Bowman, Director, SimGenetics Development
Chris Ivie
Brandi Karisch
Scott Trennepohl
Mark Smith
Troy Marple
Greg Burden
Greg Walthall
Victor Guerra
ASA Publication, Inc. Board
Board Chairman: Ryan Thorson
Troy Marple
Scott Trennepohl
Victor Guerra
Quin LaFollette
EVP Wade Shafer
Foundation Board
Linda Kesler, Wade Shafer, Mia Bayer
Randy Moody, Chairman
Mark Smith (2024)
Tonya Phillips (2024)
Cathy Eichacker (2024)
Brandi Karisch (2024)
Scott Cowger (2024)
Bob Mullion (2024)
Jennifer Tarr (2024)
Aaron Owen (2026)
Kelly Schmidt (2026)
Adrianne Trennepohl (2026)
Carrie Horman (2026)
Nominating Committee
Staff Liaisons: Luke Bowman, Director, SimGenetics Development , Sheldon Ross, ASA Lead Developer and Systems Administrator
Committee Chairman: Ryan Thorson
Brandi Karisch
Tim Clark
Greg Walthall
Quin LaFollette
Assets/Finance
Staff Liaisons: Linda Kesler, CFO/COO, Wade Shafer
Committee Chairman: Scott Trennepohl
Victor Guerra
Chris Ivie
Greg Burden
Greg Walthall